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When you’re going on a tour of Asia, Taiwan is one of the places that you just can’t skip. Taiwan is a world apart from mainland China, and the things you’ll discover here will be quite different from what you can find in other Asia countries. Taiwan is one of the most populous countries in the world, but in addition to modern urban jungles, it also has lush forests and steep mountains. Enjoy the almost futuristic atmosphere of Taipei, head out into the wild nature of the many national parks, or relax and unwind at a hot spring. There are so many interesting destinations in Taiwan that it’s impossible to list them all. And here’s how you can make your stay more pleasant. Book your accommodation at one of the hotels on Travelocity’s list, and you’ll get one night free! Hotels in Taipei, Taichung, Taoyuan, Shenkeng or Linkou are all available for this amazing budget-saving deal. You can visit more destinations and stay for longer to explore the beauties of Taiwan.  And if you want your entire vacation to be planned with only a few clicks, choose the vacation option, which includes 4 nights at a hotel, plus your roundtrip flight to Taiwan.

Villas are much better than hotel rooms any way you look at it. There is so much more comfort and intimacy when you don’t have to share a corridor with countless other guests, and where you can almost feel like home! Of course, when it comes to Marriott, the hotel rooms are nothing to turn your nose up at. But to make your vacation even better and more intimate, Marriott invites you to stay at a villa, and for 20% less than usually! Travel from September 7 through December 17, 2010, and you’ll get 20% off the regular rates i you stay at least two nights at the Marriott Vacation Club or Grand Residences by Marriott resorts in any country in the world. And why should you choose villas over hotel rooms? There are several good reasons: you get your own fully equipped kitchen, because eating out all the time is a bit of a hassle. You’ll also have separate living and dining rooms, a spacious master bedroom, an amazing bathroom with whirlpool tubs, at least two TVs and a balcony or porch. Living in one of the Marriott villas is like having a home away from home, with all the comforts and amenities that you are used to! You can find more details and a list of worldwide locations here.

Since it’s the end of autumn, the weather can be a bit chilly in some parts of the States, and even if you are used to the California sun, it’s clear that it’s not summer anymore. And if you are feeling nostalgic about those sunny and relaxed vacation days when all you had to do was lounge in a beach chair and enjoy life, here’s a little something that will make you feel like it’s summer all over again: an amazing vacation deal to Barbados! You can take 4 days off and recharge your batteries in a great hotel on one of the sunniest islands in the world. Barbados represents Caribbean culture at its best, sprinkled with a bit of British heritage. Lie in the sun on a sandy beach, explore the wonder of the deep sea, take a tour through the colorful center of Bridgetown and sip a glass of local rum in the afternoon while chatting with the locals. Starting with December 16, American Airlines will have flights from Dallas-Fort Worth to Grantley Adams International Airport in Barbados three times a week. Romance, culture, history, sports and everything else you want is awaiting for you in Barbados. So book a roundtrip ticket for only $473 and spend one of the most unforgettable vacations in your life in Barbados. More details here.

What better way is there to disconnect yourself from the bustle and stress of day to day life than taking a long and well-deserved vacation to a sunny island? If you are undecided as to where you can go, here’s a deal that will convince you that taking a vacation right now is absolutely necessary. Take a trip to the exotic Cayman Islands and save 21% by staying at the Sunshine Suites Resort on Grand Cayman. You can travel from New York JFK airport and stay for 4 days at a wonderful hotel for only $697! Sunshine Suites Resort is a newly renovated all-suite hotel just a short walk from the Ritz-Carlton hotel, the Links Golf Course and the amazing Seven Mile Beach. You will stay in a comfortable and modern suite, and have a hot continental breakfast ready for you every morning(bagels, waffles, danish, muffins, cereal, fruit and other delicious treats). If you are careful about what you eat and prefer to cook your own food, don’t worry, each suite has a fully equipped kitchen. The dining options at the hotel’s Bar and Grill are mouth-watering Caribbean inspired dishes, so if you feel like eating out you don’t have to go far at all. Go out and explore the island’s attractions, or stay at the hotel lounging next to the pool and relax, it’s up to you! More details here.

There are many reasons why Mexico is such a popular holiday destination. The weather is wonderful and so is the scenery, the cities are bustling and colorful, and the people friendly, and there are tons of activities you can indulge in: scuba diving, snorkeling hiking, sightseeing, clubbing, etc. But sometimes, all you want from  holiday is a nice hotel with everything you need right under your nose, and spend a week or two doing absolutely nothing, except lounge in the sun and sip cocktails. Well, in this case, our advice is to choose a great resort, and relax all you want! With these amazing deals, you can have a lazy Mexican holiday in the sun for a special price. You can get 40% off resort accommodation in Mexico, and spend your money on other things, like a delicious dinner or a romantic night out. Resorts in Cancun, Riviera Maya and Ixtapa are all offering special rates or additional free nights, so pick your favorite Mexico destination and check out some great resorts where you can spend the vacation of your dreams. So pack your bags and book a room in a Mexican resort while the deal still lasts! You can find more details about booking and fees here.

Who wants a boring vacation at some ultra-modern resorts when you can experience so much more in Argentina? The land of passion, tango, wine and soccer, where culture, history and fun come together to create the perfect place to live – and to spend you holiday at. There is so much to see and experience in Argentina that it’s difficult to draw up a comprehensive list. Think of Buenos Aires, of Iguazu Falls, of the wild beauty of Patagonia, countless historic cities and towns, and landscapes like you’ve never seen before. With LAN Airlines, not only your vacation will be unforgettable, but your trip to Argentina too. LAN Airlines has been voted the best airline in South America, and for good reason. During your flight, so will be able to sip delicious Argentine (and not only!) wine, selected by the best sommeliers in South America, fully reclining seats, if you choose the Premium Business Class, and extraordinary entertainment programs that you can watch on individual screens 44 great blockbuster movies, 95 TV programs). You can also choose from among 550 music CDs, and you can even play video games! And that’s not all that LAN has to offer. Now, for only $1,164, you can book yourself a 4 night vacation package! Experience Argentina like you’ve never seen it before! More details here.

Winter’s coming, so for all of you who live in temperate climates (and also for those who don’t), it’s time to prepare for a nice, long vacation in the sun. And if you’re busy people and don’t have time to bother too much with putting together all the details of your trip, here’s an amazing ready-made vacation package to Bahamas. And here’s the best incentive to go on a vacation right now: you get $300 off your trip! If you book by December 1 at the latest, you will save up on a 4 night hotel + flight Bahamas trip! There are tons of hotels participating at this promotion, so your choices are not at all restricted, and you can pick the accommodation that best suits your needs and taste. The ecological and man-made attractions of the Bahamas are only one click away! So give yourself some time off and forget about the worries of day to day life in one of the planet’s genuine island paradises. Pack your bathing suit, a map, some tanning lotion and the rest will be provided by Bahamas. It’s a place where it’s impossible to get bored! You can find more details about the vacation package and booking at this website.

Ah, it’s October, so do you know that that means! It’s the season for fall foliage viewing holidays! This period is the best in the entire fall season, too bad it lasts for such a short while. So while the leaves are still red and gold and the weather is mild and sunny, don’t forget to take some time off and go on a beautiful autumnal holiday. You can add some more color in your life without spending much money with the help of these amazing deals from Travelocity. New England, British Columbia, Pennsylvania, Canada and New York are covered with brilliant autumn foliage nowadays, so hurry up and plan a visit before the leaves are gone. The deal is valid through October 31, so you still have plenty of time to make up your mind. And if you don’t want to worry about searching for accommodation, Travelocity will make your life easier. All you have to do is to choose a package deal, which includes not only the roundtrip but also 4 night at an excellent hotel of your choice. You can save up to 30% with these amazing deals, so don’t let this great opportunity slip by. Here you can find more details about the destinations, as well as a list of the available hotels in each location.

Holiday can mean different things to different people, and while some might prefer the freedom and grittiness of backpacking, other prefer their holiday filled with luxury and style. If you are part of the latter category, here’s a hotel chain that will definitely not let you down. Palace Resorts has hotels at all the major and most popular tourist destinations, so any time you want to travel to your favorite holiday spot you can be sure to find a Palace Resort there are spend your holiday surrounded by the utmost pampering. Melt your worries away with a rejuvenating spa, or play it easy at a world class golf course, dance the night away at a high class club while sipping fancy cocktails, or swim in a vast, crystal blue pool. You can have all of this at Palace Resorts, and more! No matter whether you plan on traveling solo, with your significant other or with your family, Palace Resort is exactly what you need.

And with this fall’s vacation packs, staying at Palace Resorts seems an even better idea than before. Book your stay at any location of the Palace Resorts hotel (Dominican Republic, Cancun, Riviera Maya, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Riviera Nayarit), and receive up to $1500 in vacation dollars. Also, there’s a 20% discount on the accommodation fee. If you’re bringing your kids, they will have the time of their lives at Aventura Cove, for free! More details here.

If you are living in Philadelphia or the surroundings, what do you say about a romantic vacation for two in the city of love, none other than Paris? It might no be Valentine’s Day, but when you’re in love, every day is a celebration, right? Besides, it is much nicer to visit Paris in the autumn than in February, when it snows and drizzles more or less all the time. From October 24 to October 29, you can go to Paris and stay 5 days at an amazing hotel for only about $1,500, which means that you are saving 16% of the fee. And not any kind of hotel, but the 4 star Trianon Palace Versailles Waldorf-Astoria Collection. The hotel recreates successfully the glamour and sparkle of the Trianon Palace, and it is only a mile away from Louis XIV’s former residence. The highlights of the hotels are its amazing spa treatments, where you can spoil yourself like never before: 30,000 square feet of spa area where you can benefit from the hotel’s unique  treatments, for example massages, facials, and hydrotherapy sessions. There’s also a great indoor heated swimming pool. In addition to this, the on-site restaurant is simply a must-try, especially seeing as it is run by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, whose team also takes care of the La Veranda brasseries as well. Don’t miss out on this chance to have a dream-like holiday in Paris!